Infant hats and curtains with novel securing components

ABSTRACT

An infant hat with magnets and a detachable strap with magnets are described. The magnets in the hat are opposite in polarity to those in the detachable strap. The detachable strap secures the infant hat under the chin of the infant. Alternatively, hook and loop type fastening materials are used with magnets or instead of magnets.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application No.62/619,728, filed Jan. 20, 2018, the disclosure of which is hereinincorporated by reference in its entirety.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to garments and curtains with the use ofmagnetic closures covered with corrosion resistance materials. Themagnets can be sewn directly into the fabric without the need foradditional bulk around the magnet.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

There can be difficulty in securing a hat onto the head of an infantwhile keeping the infant comfortable. Hats can fall off infants easily.Indiscriminate use of straps and other materials to attach the hat tothe infant may produce discomfort. There can also be difficulty inpassing a curtain rod through curtain loops before hanging the curtainabove a window.

To address the above with respect to hats, magnets are an option.However, magnetic clothing is currently being made inefficiently withmagnetic strips or magnets that have laminated plastic coating. Thiscauses bulk under the fabric and the laminate covering can poke throughthe material, both of which can cause discomfort to the infant wearinghats with such magnets.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1A shows a front view of an infant hat 101 with an attachment means102 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on each side ofthe infant hat.

FIG. 1B shows a side view of an infant hat 101 with an attachment means102 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on the side of theinfant hat.

FIG. 1C shows a front view of an infant hat 101 with an attachment means102 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on each side ofthe infant hat and a detachable strap 103 fastened to the left side ofthe hat. The detachable strap 103 comprises a complementary attachmentmeans 104 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, and button)configured to allow the detachable strap to be securely fastened to theattachment means 102.

FIG. 1D shows a side view of an infant hat 101 with an attachment means102 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on each side ofthe infant hat and a detachable strap 103 fastened to the alternate sideof the hat. The detachable strap 103 comprises a complementaryattachment means 104 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, andbutton) configured to allow the detachable strap to be securely fastenedto the attachment means 102.

FIG. 1E shows a front view of an infant hat 101 with an attachment means102 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on the right sideof the infant hat and a detachable strap 103 sewn onto the left side ofthe hat. The detachable strap 103 comprises a complementary attachmentmeans 104 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, and button)configured to allow the detachable strap to be securely fastened to theattachment means 102.

FIG. 2 shows a detachable strap 203 comprising on each end an attachmentmeans 204 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, and button) FIG. 3Ashows a rear view of an infant hat 301 with an attachment means 302(e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on each side of theinfant hat and a detachable strap 303 fastened to both sides of the hat.The detachable strap 303 comprises a complementary attachment means(e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, and button) configured toallow the detachable strap to be securely fastened to the attachmentmeans 302.

FIG. 3B shows a top view of an infant hat 301 with an attachment means302 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on each side ofthe infant hat configured to attach to a detachable strap 303 comprisinga complementary attachment means (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, and button) configured to allow the detachable strap to besecurely fastened to the attachment means 302.

FIG. 3C shows a top view of an infant hat 301 with an attachment means302 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on one side of theinfant hat configured to attach to a detachable strap 303. Thedetachable strap 303 is sewn into the other side of the hat, oralternatively fastened to the other side of the hat by a complementaryattachment means (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, and button)configured to allow the detachable strap to be securely fastened to theattachment means 302.

FIG. 3D shows a rear view of an infant hat 301 with an attachment means302 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on the right sideof the infant hat and a detachable strap 303 sewn onto the left side ofthe hat. The detachable strap 103 comprises a complementary attachmentmeans (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, and button) configuredto securely fasten the detachable strap to the attachment means 302.

FIG. 4 shows a magnet attachment means that can be placed either in aninfant hat or in a detachable strap that can secure the infant hat tothe head. The magnet attachment means can also be used to secure oneside of a curtain to the other side of a curtain, about a curtain rod.

FIGS. 5A-5B shows a curtain 501 with a set of attachment means 502 andanother set of complementary attachment means 503. For example, theattachment means 502 may be a magnet of one polarity and the attachmentmeans 503 a magnet of opposite polarity. The attachment means arepositioned on one side of the curtain 501 in a manner such that theentire curtain can be folded around a curtain rod and then secured bythe attachment means. FIG. 5B shows positioning of attachment means 502along fringe-type extensions of the curtain.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In one aspect is provided a hat comprising a first attachment means anda detachable strap. The detachable strap comprises a complementaryattachment means. The attachment means and the complementary attachmentmeans are configured to fasten the detachable strap to the hat. Thedetachable strap is configured to fit under the chin of an infant whenattached to the hat.

In some embodiments, the hat comprises two first attachment meanspositioned on opposite sides of the hat. In some specific embodiments,the two attachment means on the hat are positioned about 180 degreesapart from one another.

In some embodiments, the first attachment means comprises a magnet of afirst polarity, the complementary attachment means comprises a magnet ofa second polarity, and the first polarity is opposite to the secondpolarity. In some embodiments, one or both of the magnet of firstpolarity and the magnet of second polarity are coated or sealed with acorrosion-resistant material. In some embodiments, one or both of themagnet of first polarity and the magnet of second polarity are sealed ina thermoplastic material.

In some embodiments, the first attachment means is a hook-type materialand the complementary attachment means is a loop-type material. In someembodiments, the first attachment means is a loop-type material and thecomplementary attachment means is a hook-type material.

In some embodiments, the first attachment means comprises both a magnetof a first polarity and a hook-type material, the complementaryattachment means comprises both a magnet of a second polarity and a loopfastener, and the first polarity is opposite to the second polarity.

In some embodiments, the first attachment means comprises both a magnetof a first polarity and a loop fastener, the complementary attachmentmeans comprises both a magnet of a second polarity and a hook-typematerial, and the first polarity is opposite to the second polarity.

In various embodiments, the hat consists of one attachment means andwherein the detachable strap is sewn onto the hat on the opposite sideof the attachment means.

In another aspect is provided a curtain comprising a first arraycomprising at least two first attachment means and a second arraycomprising at least two second attachment means. Each of the firstattachment means is configured to attach to each of the secondattachment means. Both the first and second attachment means are both onthe same side of the curtain.

In some embodiments, each of the first attachment means comprises amagnet of a first polarity and each of the second attachment meanscomprises a magnet of a second polarity, where the first polarity isopposite to the second polarity.

In some embodiments, one or both of the magnet of the first polarity andthe magnet of the second polarity are coated or sealed with acorrosion-resistant material. In some embodiments, one or both of themagnet of the first polarity and the magnet of the second polarity aresealed in a thermoplastic material.

In some embodiments, the first attachment means is a hook-type materialand wherein the second attachment means is a loop-type material. In someembodiments, the first attachment means is a loop-type material andwherein the second attachment means is a hook-type material.

In some embodiments, the first attachment means comprises both a magnetof a first polarity and a hook-type material, the second attachmentmeans comprises both a magnet of a second polarity and a loop-typematerial, and the first polarity is opposite to the second polarity.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION Infant Hats

There is a need to secure hats onto the head of an infant withoutirritating the skin of the infant. Described herein is a hat with astrap configured to be placed under the chin of the infant.

In one aspect is provided a hat for infants comprising a detachablestrap.

In a related aspect is provided a hat comprising a first attachmentmeans and a detachable strap. The detachable strap comprises acomplementary attachment means. The attachment means and thecomplementary attachment means are configured to fasten the detachablestrap to the hat. The detachable strap is configured to fit under thechin of an infant when attached to the hat.

The detachable strap and the hat are made of the same material. Examplesof material include, but are not limited to, cotton or wool. In someembodiments, the detachable strap is configured to be affixed to the hatsuch that each end of the detachable strap and each side of the knit hat(corresponding to location on each temple of the head of the wearer)comprises a magnet. In alternative embodiments, one side of the strap isdetachable, and the other side is affixed to the hat. In someembodiments where one side of the strap is detachable, and the otherside is affixed to the hat, only one side of the strap has a magnetwhile the other side is sewn directly into the corresponding location.When the detachable strap is attached to the hat, and when the hat isworn, the detachable strap will rest under the chin of the wearer andallow both freedom of movement without the hat falling off of thesubject s head.

In various embodiments, the strap itself comprises attachment means(e.g., a magnet, VELCRO, another hook and loop-type material, a snapfastener, or a button) at each end of the strap. The attachment meansare placed on the same side of the strap. The hat comprises acomplimentary attachment means on each side of hat, positioned atroughly where each temple would be on the wearer s head. The attachmentmeans and complimentary attachment means may be as follows. For magnets,the strap comprises a magnet of one polarity as attachment means and thehat comprises a magnet of opposite polarity as the complementaryattachment means. For VELCRO and hook and loop-type materials, the strapmay comprise a hook-type material and the hat may comprise a loop-typematerial. For VELCRO and hook and loop-type materials, the strap maycomprise a loop-type material and the hat may comprise a hook-typematerial.

In another aspect is provided a hat for infants comprising a detachablestrap. The detachable strap and the hat are made of the same material.Examples of material include, but are not limited to, cotton or wool.The detachable strap is configured to be affixed to the hat such thateach end of the detachable strap and each side of the knit hat(corresponding to location on each temple of the head of the wearer)comprises VELCRO or another hook and loop-type material. In alternativeembodiments, one side of the strap is detachable and the other side isaffixed to the hat. In some embodiments where one side of the strap isdetachable and the other side is affixed to the hat, only one side ofthe strap has VELCRO or another hook and loop-type material, while theother side is sewn directly into the corresponding location. When thedetachable strap is attached to the hat, and when the hat is worn, thedetachable strap will rest under the chin of the wearer and allow bothfreedom of movement without the hat falling off of the subject s head.

In one aspect is provided a hat for infants comprising a detachablestrap. The detachable strap and the hat are made of the same material.Examples of material include, but are not limited to, cotton or wool. Insome embodiments, the detachable strap is configured to be affixed tothe hat such that each end of the detachable strap and each side of theknit hat (corresponding to location on each temple of the head of thewearer) comprises a snap with one or more interlocking discs. Inalternative embodiments, one side of the strap is detachable and theother side is affixed to the hat. In some embodiments where one side ofthe strap is detachable and the other side is affixed to the hat, onlyone side of the strap has a snap with one or more interlocking discswhile the other side is sewn directly into the corresponding location.When the detachable strap is attached to the hat, and when the hat isworn, the detachable strap will rest under the chin of the wearer andallow both freedom of movement without the hat falling off of thesubject s head.

In one aspect is provided a hat for infants comprising a detachablestrap. The detachable strap and the hat are made of the same material.Examples of material include, but are not limited to, cotton or wool. Insome embodiments, the detachable strap is configured to be affixed tothe hat such that each end of the detachable strap and each side of theknit hat (corresponding to location on each temple of the head of thewearer) comprises a button. In alternative embodiments, one side of thestrap is detachable and the other side is affixed to the hat. In someembodiments where one side of the strap is detachable and the other sideis affixed to the hat, only one side of the strap has a button while theother side is sewn directly into the corresponding location. When thedetachable strap is attached to the hat, and when the hat is worn, thedetachable strap will rest under the chin of the wearer and allow bothfreedom of movement without the hat falling off of the subject s head.

The hat may comprise weft-knit fabrics or other woven fabrics. Weft-knitfabric stitching can allow for the outside and inside of the hat to havedifferent textures. For example, the outside of the hat can be tougherand more durable, while the inside of the hat can have a softer texture.

Window Coverings and Curtains

In one aspect is provided a window covering comprising a plurality ofmagnetic attachments. The magnetic attachments are configured so as toprovide closure of the window covering around a curtain rod. One maydrape the window covering, e.g., curtain, over a curtain rod and thenmagnetically attach the window covering around the curtain rod.

An advantage provided by such configuration is that one can close thewindow covering around a curtain rod rather than pushing a curtain rodthrough loops or otherwise having to loop the curtain through thecurtain rod.

In a related aspect is provided a curtain comprising a first arraycomprising at least two first attachment means and a second arraycomprising at least two second attachment means. Each of the firstattachment means is configured to attach to each of the secondattachment means. Both the first and second attachment means are both onthe same side of the curtain.

In various embodiments, a magnet is sewn into each magnetic attachmenton the window covering or curtain.

In various embodiments, the window covering or curtain comprises acurtain lining and curtain fabric, and a magnet is sewn between thecurtain lining and the curtain fabric.

In some embodiments, each of the first attachment means comprises amagnet of a first polarity and each of the second attachment meanscomprises a magnet of a second polarity, where the first polarity isopposite to the second polarity. In some embodiments, each of the firstattachment means comprises a magnet of a first polarity and each of thesecond attachment means comprises a magnet of a second polarity, wherethe first polarity is opposite to the second polarity.

In some embodiments, the magnet is covered in interfacing material priorto being sewn into the curtain fabric.

In some embodiments, one or both of the magnet of the first polarity andthe magnet of the second polarity are coated or sealed with acorrosion-resistant material. In some embodiments, one or both of themagnet of the first polarity and the magnet of the second polarity aresealed in a thermoplastic material.

In some embodiments, the first attachment means is a hook-type materialand wherein the second attachment means is a loop-type material. In someembodiments, the first attachment means is a loop-type material andwherein the second attachment means is a hook-type material.

In some embodiments, the first attachment means comprises both a magnetof a first polarity and a hook-type material, the second attachmentmeans comprises both a magnet of a second polarity and a loop-typematerial, and the first polarity is opposite to the second polarity.

Magnets

In some embodiments, the hat comprises two first attachment meanspositioned on opposite sides of the hat. In some specific embodiments,the two attachment means on the hat are positioned about 180 degreesapart from one another.

In some embodiments, the first attachment means comprises a magnet of afirst polarity, the complementary attachment means comprises a magnet ofa second polarity, and the first polarity is opposite to the secondpolarity.

In various embodiments, magnets are enclosed within the fabric of thehat so that no magnet directly contacts the skin of the wearer. Variousmeans of sewing the magnet into the straps and the hat are known tothose of skill in the art. While magnets could be glued into the hat,sewing is preferable because glue material may be affected by washingthe hat and by exposure to water. The hat and strap may comprise pocketsconfigured to contain the magnet. The pockets may be designed such thatthe magnets are removable by the wearer. Alternatively, the pockets maybe sewn shut after a magnet is placed into the pocket so that the wearercannot remove the magnet.

The magnets are also enclosed in the fabric of the curtain so that themagnets are not visible. Various means of sewing magnets into the fabricof the curtain are known to those of ordinary skill in the art. Thecurtain may comprise pockets configured to contain the magnet. Thepockets may be designed such that the magnets are removable by thewearer. Alternatively, the pockets may be sewn shut after a magnet isplaced into the pocket so that the user cannot remove the magnet fromthe curtain.

In various embodiments, the magnet is coated or sealed so as to preventor reduce corrosion from exposure to water, such as when the hat iswashed. The coating or sealant can be made from a plastic material. Forexample, the magnet may be sealed by placing the magnet in a sleeve orcovering that is placed around the magnet.

In some embodiments, one or both of the magnet of first polarity and themagnet of second polarity are coated or sealed with acorrosion-resistant material.

The magnet may be sealed within a plastic or other waterproof material.In some embodiments, the sealed magnet comprises a magnetic powder and athermoplastic or duroplastic binder. Exemplary magnetic powders includehard ferrite, samarium, samarium-cobalt (SmCo), neodymium (e.g., NdFeB),and AlNiCo. Exemplary thermoplastic binders include polyamide andpolyphenyl sulfide. Exemplary duroplastic binders include epoxy resins.An epoxy resin coating may be formed by polymerizing a prepolymer toform a polymer. A prepolymer can include (i) a molecule that can undergopolymerization, a process of reacting monomer molecules together in achemical reaction to form polymer chains or three-dimensional networks,and (ii) a system of monomers that have been reacted to an intermediatemolecular mass state. A polymer is a large molecule composed of repeatedsubunits. Polymers are typically mechanically strong substances with ahigh viscoelasticity.

Magnets sealed in thermoplastic material (such as epoxy resins) haveadvantages including resistance to moisture entry into the material frompuncturing. Also, magnets sealed in thermoplastic material can bemanufactured to be in a small shape.

In some embodiments, one or both of the magnet of first polarity and themagnet of second polarity are sealed in a thermoplastic material.

A magnet sealed in a thermoplastic material may be formed to have theappearance of a plastic button, as described in Chinese Patent No.2434923. Alternatively, the magnet could be shaped as a thin disc. Suchplastic-enclosed magnets could be exposed to water from multiplewashings without undergoing corrosion. Alternatively, the magnet may becoated with a polymer or other material such that the polymer or othermaterial is chemically bound to the magnet.

In various embodiments, the magnet is a neodymium magnet. Neodynium is arare earth metal. Neodymium magnets, also known as Nd₂Fe₁₄B, NIB, or Ncomagnets, are considered to be permanent magnets and were developed in1982 by General Motors and Sumitomo Special Metals. On its own,neodymium has a very low Curie temperature, i.e. −254 C. However, whenmixed with iron, the Curie temperature of neodymium-iron increases toabove room temperature. Thus, iron may be the dominant element in aneodymium magnet.

The neodymium magnet may comprise neodymium, iron and boron, e.g.,Nd₂Fe₁₄B. Nd₂Fe₁₄B exists in a tetragonal crystal structure. Thetetragonal crystal structure can provide a high uniaxialmagnetocrystalline anisotropy which gives the magnet a very highcoercivity or resistance to being demagnetized. The neodymium magnet mayhave a high magnetic dipole moment which convers up to 18 times magneticenergy to the neodymium magnet as compared to ordinary iron-basedmagnets.

The neodymium magnet may advantageously have a rating of MGOe52, withthe rating of 52 as the highest energy product available for commercialuse. The neodymium magnet may have a rating of MGOe52+, which wouldreflect a more efficient and effective magnet separator. In variousembodiments, the neodymium magnet is sealed as described above, sinceneodymium magnets can be oxidized and have a relatively low corrosionresistance as compared to other types of magnets.

In various embodiments, the magnet is a samarium-cobalt magnet. Samariumis a rare earth metal. The samarium-cobalt magnet may comprise samarium,cobalt, and iron. Iron may be the dominant element in a neodymiummagnet. The samarium-cobalt magnet may also have a high coercivity orresistance to being demagnetized. The samarium-cobalt magnet mayadvantageously have a rating of MGOe52, with the rating of 52 as thehighest energy product available for commercial use. The samarium-cobaltmagnet may have a rating of MGOe52+, which would reflect a moreefficient and effective magnet separator. In various embodiments, thesamarium-cobalt magnet is sealed as described above, sincesamarium-cobalt magnets can undergo corrosion.

VELCRO and Other Attachment Means

As an alternative to magnets, the straps and hat may be configured tohave VELCRO, another hook and loop-type material, or another means tofasten the strap to the hat. VELCRO is a lineal fabric strip with tinyhooks that attach with another fabric strip with smaller loops, bindingtemporarily until pulled apart. The VELCRO or other hook and loop-typematerial may be made of nylon or polyester. The means for attaching thestrap to the hat should not comprise material that could harm orirritate the skin of a baby upon contact.

A snap fastener can be used to secure the strap to the hat. The strapfastener may comprise a pair of interlocking discs. Each interlockingdisc may comprise plastic or metal. The snap fastener can be configuredsuch that a circular lip (one of the discs) fits into a groove on thetop of the other disc, with the locking system staying in place untilthey are pulled apart.

A button may also be used to secure the strap to the hat.

EXAMPLES

The present invention is also described and demonstrated by way of thefollowing examples. However, the use of this and other examples anywherein the specification is illustrative only and in no way limits the scopeand meaning of the invention or of any exemplified term.

One exemplary infant hat is shown in FIGS. 1A-1B. FIG. 1A shows a frontview of The infant hat 101 has an attachment means 102 (e.g., magnet,VELCRO, interlocking disc, button) on each side of the infant hat, asshown in the front view of FIG. 1A and the side view of FIG. 1B.

Another exemplary infant hat is shown in FIG. 1C. The infant hat 101comprises an attachment means 102 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, button) on each side of the infant hat and a detachable strap 103fastened to the left side of the hat. The detachable strap 103 comprisesa complementary attachment means 104 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, and button) configured to allow the detachable strap to besecurely fastened to the attachment means 102.

Another exemplary infant hat is shown in FIG. 1D. The infant hat 101comprises an attachment means 102 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, button) on each side of the infant hat and a detachable strap 103fastened to the alternate side of the hat. The detachable strap 103comprises a complementary attachment means 104 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO,interlocking disc, and button) configured to allow the detachable strapto be securely fastened to the attachment means 102.

Another exemplary infant hat is shown in FIG. 1E. The infant hat 101comprises an attachment means 102 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, button) on the right side of the infant hat and a detachable strap103 sewn onto the left side of the hat. The detachable strap 103comprises a complementary attachment means 104 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO,interlocking disc, and button) configured to allow the detachable strapto be securely fastened to the attachment means 102.

An exemplary detachable strap 203 is shown in FIG. 2. The detachablestrap 203 comprising on each end an attachment means 204 (e.g., magnet,VELCRO, interlocking disc, and button)

Another exemplary infant hat is shown in FIG. 3A. The infant hat 301comprises an attachment means 302 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, button) on each side of the infant hat and a detachable strap 303fastened to both sides of the hat. The detachable strap 303 comprises acomplementary attachment means (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc,and button) configured to allow the detachable strap to be securelyfastened to the attachment means 302.

Another exemplary infant hat is shown in FIG. 3B. The infant hat 301comprises an attachment means 302 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, button) on each side of the infant hat configured to attach to adetachable strap 303 comprising a complementary attachment means (e.g.,magnet, VELCRO, interlocking disc, and button) configured to allow thedetachable strap to be securely fastened to the attachment means 302.

Another exemplary infant hat is shown in FIG. 3C. The infant hat 301comprises an attachment means 302 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, button) on one side of the infant hat configured to attach to adetachable strap 303. The detachable strap 303 is sewn into the otherside of the hat, or alternatively fastened to the other side of the hatby a complementary attachment means (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, and button) configured to allow the detachable strap to besecurely fastened to the attachment means 302.

Another exemplary infant hat is shown in FIG. 3D. The infant hat 301comprises an attachment means 302 (e.g., magnet, VELCRO, interlockingdisc, button) on the right side of the infant hat and a detachable strap303 sewn onto the left side of the hat. The detachable strap 103comprises a complementary attachment means (e.g., magnet, VELCRO,interlocking disc, and button) configured to securely fasten thedetachable strap to the attachment means 302.

An exemplary magnet attachment means for use in any of the infant hats,window coverings and curtains is shown in FIG. 4.

An exemplary curtain is shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B. The curtain 501comprises a set of attachment means 502 and another set of complementaryattachment means 503. The attachment means 502 are a magnet of onepolarity and the attachment means 503 a magnet of opposite polarity. Theattachment means are positioned on one side of the curtain 501 in amanner such that the entire curtain can be folded around a curtain rodand then secured by the attachment means. The curtain may havefringe-type extensions, as shown in FIG. 5B.

1. A hat comprising a first attachment means and a detachable strap,wherein the detachable strap comprises a complementary attachment means,wherein the attachment means and the complementary attachment means areconfigured to fasten the detachable strap to the hat, and wherein thedetachable strap is configured to fit under the chin of an infant whenattached to the hat.
 2. The hat of claim 1, wherein the hat comprisestwo first attachment means positioned on opposite sides of the hat. 3.The hat of claim 2, wherein the two attachment means on the hat arepositioned about 180 degrees apart from one another.
 4. The hat of claim1, wherein the first attachment means comprises a magnet of a firstpolarity and wherein the complementary attachment means comprises amagnet of a second polarity, and wherein the first polarity is oppositeto the second polarity.
 5. The hat of claim 4, wherein one or both ofthe magnet of first polarity and the magnet of second polarity arecoated or sealed with a corrosion-resistant material.
 6. The hat ofclaim 4, wherein one or both of the magnet of first polarity and themagnet of second polarity sealed in a thermoplastic material.
 7. The hatof claim 1, wherein the first attachment means is a hook-type materialand wherein the complementary attachment means is a loop-type material.8. The hat of claim 1, wherein the first attachment means is a loop-typematerial and wherein the complementary attachment means is a hook-typematerial.
 9. The hat of claim 1, wherein the first attachment meanscomprises both a magnet of a first polarity and a hook-type material,wherein the complementary attachment means comprises both a magnet of asecond polarity and a loop-type material, and wherein the first polarityis opposite to the second polarity.
 10. The hat of claim 1, wherein thefirst attachment means comprises both a magnet of a first polarity and aloop-type material, wherein the complementary attachment means comprisesboth a magnet of a second polarity and a hook-type material, and whereinthe first polarity is opposite to the second polarity.
 11. The hat ofclaim 1, wherein the hat consists of one attachment means and whereinthe detachable strap is sewn onto the hat on the opposite side of theattachment means.
 12. A curtain comprising a first array comprising atleast two first attachment means and a second array comprising at leasttwo second attachment means, wherein each of the first attachment meansis configured to attach to each of the second attachment means, whereinthe first and second attachment means are both on the same side of thecurtain.
 13. The curtain of claim 12, wherein each of the firstattachment means comprises a magnet of a first polarity and wherein eachof the second attachment means comprises a magnet of a second polarity,and wherein the first polarity is opposite to the second polarity. 14.The curtain of claim 13, wherein one or both of the magnet of the firstpolarity and the magnet of the second polarity are coated or sealed witha corrosion-resistant material.
 15. The curtain of claim 13, wherein oneor both of the magnet of the first polarity and the magnet of the secondpolarity are sealed in a thermoplastic material.
 16. The curtain ofclaim 12, wherein the first attachment means is a hook-type material andwherein the second attachment means is a loop-type material.
 17. Thecurtain of claim 12, wherein the first attachment means is a loop-typematerial and wherein the second attachment means is a hook-typematerial.
 18. The curtain of claim 12, wherein the first attachmentmeans comprises both a magnet of a first polarity and a hook-typematerial, wherein the second attachment means comprises both a magnet ofa second polarity and a loop-type material, and wherein the firstpolarity is opposite to the second polarity.